Tree falls into house (representation only) Photo by WAFB
High Wind Warning issued December 25 at 1:35AM PST until December 26 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR * WHAT…South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 55 to 65 mph are expected along the headlands and open exposed areas like the beaches. Elsewhere, expect gusts of 45 to 55 mph. * WHERE…Tillamook County Coast and Central Coast of Oregon. * WHEN…From 8 PM this evening to 4 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS…Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Some power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles
The Oregon ocean commercial Dungeness crab fishery is delayed until at least January 15 from Cape Falcon to the Washington border. A third round of preseason testing in Long Beach, WA shows crab meat fill remains lower than required for commercial harvest.
The Dungeness crab need to put on a little more bulk. (AI image via Grok)
Based on this result not meeting Tri-State meat recovery criteria, and in consultation with Washington and California Departments of Fish and Wildlife, Tri-State fishery managers agreed to delay the season from Cape Falcon to Klipsan Beach, WA until at least January 15. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will conduct another round of preseason meat fill testing to help inform whether this area will open January 15 or February 1, 2025
Oregon’s commercial Dungeness crab fishery opened Dec. 16 from Cape Falcon to the California border. Despite rough ocean conditions this past week, over 2.5 million pounds of crab were landed into Oregon ports in that area. Price at the docks averaged $4.50 per pound, well above last season’s total season average of $3.79 per pound.
Weekly season opening updates will continue to be posted until the decision is made to open the north coast.
Check ODFW’s website for more on Oregon’s commercial Dungeness crab fishery.
Depoe Bay Whale Observatory (photo Stephanie Knowlton)View from Whale Observatory next to Depoe Bay entrance. (photo Oregon State Parks)
Oregon State Parks will host Winter Whale Watch Week on the Oregon Coast Friday, Dec. 27 through Tuesday, Dec. 31.
Trained Oregon State Park volunteers will be stationed at 15 sites along the Oregon Coast from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to help visitors spot gray whales on their southward migration to the calving lagoons in Mexico.
According to Oregon State Parks, “The sites are some of the best places to watch for whales on the Oregon Coast. “
A map of volunteer-staffed sites is available online at the official event webpage: https://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=thingstodo.dsp_whaleWatching
“Now is a perfect time to see the whales as their population rebounds on the Oregon Coast,” said Park Ranger Peter McBride.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced an end to an Unusual Mortality Event impacting gray whales. Since then, the estimated population has increased by roughly 30% from 14,530 last year to 19,260 this year, according to NOAA. The numbers are on the rise overall, but the calf count is still low as the population continues to rebound.
Gray whale breach
“While there are more gray whales to see now on the Oregon Coast, the calves remain a rare and important sight,” said Michael Milstein, public affairs officer with NOAA Fisheries.
Says McBride, “Winter Whale Watch Week provides an opportunity to see not only the gray whales but other coastal wildlife including birds and other marine mammals with help from trained volunteers and rangers.”
The Whale Watching Center in Depoe Bay will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 27-31. Visitors to the center can enjoy interactive whale exhibits and take in the panoramic ocean views. Binoculars are provided. Rangers from Oregon State Parks will also be on hand to answer questions about the whales.
All Whale Watch Week visitors are encouraged to dress for the weather, to bring binoculars and to follow beach safety guidelines such as remaining out of fenced areas, knowing the tide schedule and always keeping an eye on the surf. Go to https://visittheoregoncoast.com/beach-safety/ for a list of safety tips.
For more information about coast parks and campgrounds, visit oregonstateparks.org.
Visitors are encouraged to share their photos and videos from Winter Whale Watch Week on social media using #OregonStateParks and #ORWhaleWatch24.
NEWPORT, Oregon— The Yaquina Bay Lighthouse will get a full exterior restoration in 2025.
The lighthouse, built in 1871, is the only wooden lighthouse still intact on the Oregon Coast, and it’s the last example in the state of the combined lighthouse and living quarters.
The Yaquina Bay Lighthouse served mariners for only a few short years before it was decommissioned in favor of the Yaquina Head Lighthouse in 1874.
The lighthouse will close temporarily for restoration from Jan. 1 to June 2025, but the park will remain open. The $1.6 million project includes a complete rehabilitation of the exterior:
Repair roof framing and chimneys
Repair brick foundation
Repair lantern
Repair siding, doors and windows
Install new roof
Complete exterior paint
“This restoration work will help protect and preserve the historic structure for future visitors to enjoy,” said Brian McBeth, historic architecture project manager.
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department’s mission includes protecting and sharing historic structures like the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse for the enjoyment and education of current and future generations.
Each biennium, the department spends a portion of its project funds on historic restoration and maintenance. Upcoming projects include the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse, Cape Foulweather Gift Shop at Otter Crest and Hughes House at Cape Blanco State Park. The Cape Foulweather Gift Shop will be closed Feb. through June 2025 with limited to no parking due to construction.
For more information about the lighthouse and any updates to closures, visit the park page.
It is bedtime and Dolly is ready for her bedtime story. She finds the book she wants and brings it to her mom. Dolly curls up on her bed with a contented smile on her face. It’s bedtime after a long day filled with many adventures.
Dolly awaiting story time.
Mom is Debby Barnard and Dolly was her 14 year old service dog who passed away in October of this year. Their bond was special as Dolly was more than just a companion. She also worked as a service dog for Barnard. Dolly helped Barnard through some of the most difficult times of her life. She suffered PTSD related to her abusive first marriage, nervous breakdowns and the death of her second husband, Dick. Dolly was trained to take care of Barnard whenever she had an anxiety attack in public. She could also alert her about her blood sugar changes.
Life-long Love of Dogs
Barnard has had a life-long love of dogs. She got her first dog at six years old. Princess was a Coonhound that wouldn’t hunt racoons. Her grandfather gave the beagle puppy to her. She loved caring for dogs that were not the most desirable for one reason or another. She learned early in life that her love of dogs would bring her a lifetime of joy. Barnard began with service dogs in 2012. Her first one was Kaylee, a small Tibetan spaniel.
Kaylee resting after a busy day.
Kaylee was bred to be a show dog, but she had bad teeth and her then owner couldn’t show her. Barnard took in Kaylee and worked with a professional trainer to see what services the puppy might be able to provide. Kaylee learned to recognize dementia episodes when Barnard’s husband was diagnosed with dementia. She would alert Barnard of each episode.
Dolly Arrives
As her needs changed over time, Barnard found that she had need for a bigger dog. Late in 2014 she met Dolly, an eclectic mix or Golden retriever, Labrador and Sheba Inu with very distinctive and desirable markings. Barnard rescued her from a puppy mill in San Antonio after she had had countless litters. She was only 30 pounds and in poor health. Dolly spent the first two months with Barnard getting healthy and experiencing new things. For instance, she walked on grass for the first time. After cautiously stepping on it, she loved it and began to race around.
She also loved running on the beach but did not like the water.
Dolly enjoying the beach.
Dolly was a smart dog. She loved to work. This is one reason her breed makes such good service dogs. Also, they build tight bonds with their handlers.
Dolly Learns Quickly
Dolly’s training went so well she learned in 10 months what typically takes 2-3 years to master; she was even able to help train other puppies. Barnard could show her a task a couple of times and she could do it.
Known for her very calm and patient demeanor, Dolly was attacked three times by a variety of dogs but she wouldn’t fight back. She just waited for Debby to pull the dogs off her. Dolly loved to just lay and watch the world and chase bees. She loved going on adventures and walking with Barnard. Everything became an adventure – even the simplest errands.
In early 2020, Kaylee had to be put to sleep. Barnard also had a cat named Blinky, who had to be put down around same time. Dolly struggled as she lost her two animal friends so abruptly.
Blinky relaxing.
Next, Barnard fostered a German Shepard, Mika, in order to train her and possibly keep her, but she wasn’t a very ‘smart’ dog and didn’t learn the training. Worse, she pulled Debby over four separate times. So, Barnard took her to a farm with other dogs where she could run free.
Welcome Levi
Dolly was diagnosed with cancer – a small tumor on her side nine months ago. By this time, Barnard had adopted another puppy, Levi, a three year old Tibetan spaniel dog.
Levi taking a break.
He has only been in training for 10 months. Psychiatric handicaps seem to be his specialty. Dolly helped Barnard train Levi to assist with her anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, nightmares and hyperventilation. By slowing his own breathing it helped Barnard regulate her breathing. As a bonus, Barnard found out Levi can alert her of an oncoming asthma attack.
Life has been so much freer and enjoyable for Barnard with a service dog. She used to have to plan each day and each errand to avoid anxiety-inducing situations, but with Dolly, and now Levi, she can just get in her car and go on adventures. Barnard enjoys photographing their many adventures.
Dolly Goes to School
Barnard and Dolly taught classes about service dogs in various venues, including First Responder departments, schools, and businesses. Dolly was the only dog Barnard had who learned to use a canine phone in emergency responder situations – a button connected to 911. She also learned how to be comfortable around various emergency vehicles.
According to Barnard, “In schools, service dogs like Dolly can be so versatile. They can assist with autism, epilepsy and other seizures.” Barnard taught the children how to treat service dogs differently from other dogs, such as asking the owner before petting the dog.
Dolly in her work vest and leash
Types of Helper Dogs
Barnard says it is important to distinguish among the three major types of helper dogs: Emotional Support Dogs (ESDs), Therapy Dogs, and Service Dogs.
ESDs are prescribed by a mental health professional to provide companionship and emotional support to individuals with mental or emotional disabilities such as anxiety, depression or PTSD. Because they are prescribed they require no certification. They are used to make their handler feel better and therefore require no specific training.
Therapy Dogs are usually used to provide comfort and affection for people in various settings such as hospitals, nursing facilities, schools and court rooms. When children read to dogs in school, those are Therapy Dogs.
Service Dogs Are Special
Service dogs perform tasks that make their handler’s life easier. For mental health issues, dogs must learn to attach to their handlers in order to learn their needs.
Seizure dogs are a type of Service dog that know to lead their handler to a quiet place, lay them down, and rest their own head under their handler’s head to keep it from hitting the floor during the seizure. Barnard notes, “If you see a dog by itself in a public place, you might want to follow it because it may be leading you to a person in need.”
Service dogs normally return to a training facility if their services are no longer necessary for the original handler unlike Police and Military dogs, who typically remain with their trainers after they are retired.
Interestingly, the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) manual doesn’t consider service dogs as dogs. They are considered instruments such as a wheel chair and must be allowed into businesses and other areas where a therapy animal may not be allowed.
According to Barnard it is very important that businesses and people learn what makes service dog unique from other dogs. The dogs do not need certification or registration. Businesses can ask certain questions, such as “What tasks will it perform?” But they can’t ask what specific disability the dog helps with. Businesses can also ask if the dog is well-behaved. If the dog misbehaves, business owners can ask to have the dog wait outside or in their vehicle.
Barnard’s Journey to Find Her Community
Barnard would love to teach service dog classes here on the coast if there ever is enough interest. Because of her experiences with Dolly, Barnard has a passion to help destigmatize mental health issues and use pets to help people handle their mental disabilities.
Dolly was able to get Debby through the worst times of her life. She considered suicide. She even had a plan and gave God 30 days to show her hope. A job opened up in Coos Bay, far from her family, but she says it was the blessing she needed because it gave her a purpose. Later, she moved here to Depoe Bay. She found a church family at the Lincoln City Church of Christ that loved her and her dogs.
Debby celebrating Christmas with Dolly and Levi.
“This church is the first one I have been with that practices true, unconditional love. we have felt loved and cared for.”
Dolly was a compassionate dog and would sit with others having a bad day, “Which,” according to Barnard, “is an unusual characteristic for a service dog – usually they are loyal only to handler.”
In October of this year, Barnard knew that Dolly’s tumor had grown and the dog’s quality of life was quickly deteriorating. “It was time to let her go,” she said. “Losing Dolly has been difficult – for me and the entire church family.”
Barnard has documented the many adventures with Dolly in photos. If they were put into a book, Dolly would probably pull that book from the shelf for Barnard to read to her as she fell asleep with a smile on her face. We should all be so fortunate to have a companion like Dolly. The dog may be gone but her spirit lives on in all the people’s lives she touched.
Asked to sum up Dolly’s life, Barnard thought for a long moment about her life with Dolly and all the adventures they had together before she simply said, “She was amazing.”
On November 19, 2024, a Lincoln County Grand Jury found that Lincoln City Police Officers Cody Snidow, Jaylan King and Joshua Lane were each justified in their use of deadly physical force against Francisco Campos, 36, on October 19, 2024.
The Grand Jury convened to hear testimony from 9 witnesses, including the Oregon State Police, who led the investigation. The Grand Jury also reviewed photographs and video exhibits.
The following is a factual summary of evidence found by the Grand Jury:
On October 19, 2024, at 12:22 PM, an employee of the Motel 6, Lincoln City, called 911 to report a domestic disturbance between two guests. It was reported that a male, identified as Francisco Campos, had checked in with a young female and the two had been involved in a verbal dispute. Motel employees recalled hearing the male speak in an aggressive tone towards the female, using derogatory and demeaning language, which escalated when staff heard a loud slap, followed by a female voice yelling out.
Four (4) Lincoln City Police officers responded to the motel. Given the conduct, staff made the decision to evict Campos and the female guest. Motel staff contacted Campos and told him he was being evicted from the room. He was given 10-15 minutes to pack-up and leave the property. Officers learned that Campos had a felony parole warrant for his arrest and planned to wait for Campos to exit his room to effectuate his arrest.
Approximately 10-15 minutes later, a motel employee returned to Campos’ room and advised Campos that he needed to leave the motel. This employee returned a few minutes later and announced her presence before unlocking and opening the door of the room. Officers were standing nearby in the hallway and could hear Campos and the female arguing with the motel employee. The conversation escalated quickly, and officers heard Campos begin to curse at the employee. Concerned for the employee’s safety, an officer entered the threshold of the door and steered the motel employee out of the room. Campos immediately moved into a bladed stance and reached towards his right hip, where
officers believed Campos may have a firearm. In response, Officer Snidow quickly followed into the doorway and drew his firearm and pointed it in the direction of Campos. Officer King and Officer Joshua Lane immediately responded to assist.
Campos was repeatedly ordered by officers, including Officer Snidow, to show his hands, however, Campos responded “Hell no”.
An unnamed officer pointed his taser at Campos and told Campos not to do it and warned him that he would be tased, however, Campos responded “f***ng kill me, kill me.” Officer Snidow ordered Campos not to reach for his firearm and Campos refused and repeatedly responded, “kill me” with his hands down at his side. Officer King drew his firearm and provided cover for Officer Snidow.
While officers continued to attempt to deescalate the situation, Campos unexpectedly lifted his t-shirt, which revealed two firearms in his waistband. In response, Officer Lane took position in the doorway and pointed his firearm at Campos. Officers continued to give verbal commands advising Campos to put his hands up or put his hands on his head. Campos was not compliant and continued to respond with “kill me.”
Campos then took a small step forward and reached for both firearms in his waistband. In response, Officers Snidow,
King and Lane fired their weapons at Campos until Campos fell to the ground. Officer Snidow and Officer King immediately initiated first aid until medics could arrive. Campos was transported to the hospital but was pronounced deceased upon arrival. No pedestrians, bystanders or police officers were injured during this incident.
The Lincoln County Major Crime Team (MCT) was activated and conducted the investigation into the use of deadly force. Oregon State Police Detective Brian Eskridge led the investigation. Detectives from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Lincoln City Police Department, Newport Police Department, and Oregon State Police participated in the investigation. An autopsy was conducted by State Chief Medical Examiner Sean Hurst on October 20, 2024.
Dr. Hurst determined Campos’ cause of death was multiple gunshot wounds and five projectiles were removed from his body that appeared to be bullets.
The investigation revealed that Officer Snidow fired his weapon eight times, Officer King fired his weapon three times, and Officer Lane fired his weapon four times.
The Grand Jury applied the facts of this case to the legal principles dictating circumstances when deadly physical force can be used. Specifically, the Grand Jury found that, under the totality of the circumstances known to each peace officer, each officer reasonably determined that the use of deadly physical force was necessary as:
• Deadly physical force was necessary to defend a peace officer and/or another person from the use or threatened imminent use of deadly physical force.
• Under the totality of circumstances existing at the time and place, the use of such force was justified.
The Grand Jury further found that no reasonable alternatives, such as verbal de-escalation, waiting or using other available techniques or resources was reasonable, safe or feasible as the officers gave multiple verbal warnings to Campos and provided him several reasonable opportunities to comply, but he failed to do so.
At the time of this incident, Campos was actively being investigated for an armed robbery that occurred days prior at the Washington Square Mall in Portland, where he was alleged to have smashed jewelry display cases with a hatchet. This hatchet was later recovered in the stolen vehicle associated with Campos at the Motel 6. Campos also had pending charges in Clackamas County for unlawful possession of methamphetamine and in Marion County for theft in the second degree.
Campos was previously convicted of felony stalking, violating a court’s talking protective order, three counts of misdemeanor DUII, felony DUII, recklessly endangering another person, reckless driving, criminal mischief and contempt of court.
Under Oregon law, a District Attorney or Grand Jury, made up of Lincoln County residents, may make the final decision as to whether or not law enforcement officers were justified in their use of deadly force. This case was presented to the Grand Jury by District Attorney Jenna Wallace pursuant to policy. The Grand Jury’s decision required reviewing all the facts and evidence available and applying them to the legal principles above. The Grand Jury concluded that the actions of Lincoln City Police Officer Cody Snidow, Officer Jaylan King, and Officer Joshua Lane were justified and lawful.
Oregon State Parks 12-month parking permit sale begins during December.
The public can buy the annual parking permits to the parks they paid to build and maintain for only $25 (regularly $30) from Dec. 1 through Dec. 31. The permit is good for 12 months starting in the month of purchase at the 25 parks that currently charge for parking.
The annual permit is an option for frequent park visitors in 2025 when day-use parking fees will increase from $5 to $10 on Jan. 2, 2025.
Visitors can buy them online at Oregon State Parks store. They’re also available at select park stores operated by friends’ groups, park visitor centers and local businesses throughout the state. For a complete list, visit stateparks.oregon.gov.
The daily parking fee is required at the 25 parks that charge for day-use parking unless visitors have a 12-month or 24-month parking permit or a same-day camping receipt. The parking fee does not apply to those who hike, bike or use public transportation.
The 24-month permit is $50 and is also available at OregonStateParkStore. The cost for the 12-month and 24-month permits is not currently increasing. The permits are transferable from vehicle to vehicle.
During the anticipated high wind event scheduled for Tuesday November 19 I ventured out to take some photos and video in hopes of capturing something interesting to share with our beloved readers.
I started on Devils Lake with my anemometer (wind speed gauge) in hand. The lake was starting to get agitated by the winds that had reached a steady nine mph. Visually it wasn’t that interesting so I made a quick post on our Facebook page (now over 31,000 members strong!).
From there I went to the D River Wayside to join a couple of dozen cars lined up along the seawall. The waves were beautiful but nothing out of the ordinary for a semi windy day. My wind gauge read a max wind speed of five mph and even the seagulls weren’t bothered by it.
Heading to the SW 32nd street parking area in Nelscott, nothing was any different from what I had seen at D river. Off shore waves were being topped by winds but the action on the shore was mild. I was going to leave when I saw a stump and a long tree branch resting on the sand about 10 yards from the cement retaining wall dividing ocean from land.
I noted that the water had jostled the wood a bit so I thought I might catch a video of the strength of the wave as a public service announcement to remind folks how easily water can lift heavy objects.
But, then something queer happened. As the water approached the log it found its way through a hole pored in the center which caused a jet of salt water to shoot out of the stump. Being a juvenile at heart I found the display funny on all sorts of levels.
Trying to decide on a way to frame the event without going down into the gutter I noted on the Facebook post the following: “Sure, Depoe Bay has the Spouting Horn, but Lincoln City has the Squirting Log!”
That was it. I was done. I had been soaked through by the rain at my last three stops and my dogs in the back of my truck didn’t seem to pleased with me. As a reporter one needs to know when there just ain’t no news, so home I went.
To my surprise, by the time i got home and into dry clothes and looked at the posts I had made, the 17 second video of the Squirting Log had exploded (relatively speaking) with 45 comments, 72 shares and 125 views. For a small town news outlet that’s a pretty good response.
As of Wednesday the 20th the video has 103 comments, 1.5k reactions, 18.9k views and 371 shares.
Why am I sharing this? Well, honestly it’s just interesting to me what engages people. I knew the post was funny because the video was funny and left interpretations up to the viewers (and boy oh boy did some of you have weird interpretations). But in the end, it’s always the simple things that amuse or bring joy. A log with a hole in it squirting water can be pretty darned funny (from certain perspectives).
Anyway, thanks for reading Lincoln City Homepage, thanks for looking at the Lincoln City Homepage Community Page and thanks for sharing a laugh with me. I appreciate you all.
SALEM, Oregon – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will once again offer free day-use parking the day after Thanksgiving to encourage Oregonians to enjoy the outdoors.
Parking is free year-round at almost all of Oregon’s approximately 250 state parks; the waiver applies to the parks that charge for parking. The current $5 daily fee is going up to $10 starting Jan. 2, 2025, but the prices for 12-month and 24-month permits are staying the same at $30 and $50, respectively. Learn more about the increasing fees on our website.
The parks that charge parking fees include Fort Stevens, Cape Lookout, Silver Falls, Champoeg, L.L. Stub Stewart, Smith Rock and Milo McIver. A complete list of the 25 parks that require day-use parking permits is available online.
The fee waiver applies from open to close on Nov. 29, except at Shore Acres State Park where it expires at 4 p.m. for the Holiday Lights event that runs Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve.
The day after Thanksgiving is one of three days a year that Oregon State Parks waives the day-use parking fees. Other days include First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day and Oregon State Parks Day the first Saturday in June, which also includes free camping. Independence day is never included.
Five distract the guard behind the door while one makes a break.
In this continuing saga of watching over 6 Wheaten terrier puppies I’ve come to the conclusion that I am not raising a litter as much as I am feeding and housing a cabal. The Oxford dictionary defines “cabal” as,
noun
a secret political clique or faction.
“a cabal of dissidents”
And that’s just what they’ve become. Right under my nose this group of fluffy balls of endless joy and mirth have organized themselves into a tightly knit group of anarchists and escape artists. I haven’t completely deduced why they want to escape or where they hope to get to, but I’m sure that it is all for no good.
Under the leadership of Asa, who was first born of the pack, they have been exploring my home/their “prison” for weaknesses in the perimeter and using advanced psyops techniques to probe my psychological blind spots.
When they first came to be they seemed to epitomize the saying “Dog eat dog.” They would have gladly let their siblings starve if it meant one more moment on mom’s milk bladder. After weaning, there was no thought of sharing at the kibble bowl. Imagine all six puppies trying to cram their ravenous little heads into a 9 inch diameter bowl. But, lately, I have begun to notice that this motley group of individuals has slowly begun to meet together more and more often in what can only be described as a spirit of coordination and collusion.
In particular (like most inmates I’m told) they gather at assigned meal times and no longer tried to force one another out of the food line. There seemed to be a certain level of cooperation growing between them. Even Sir Licks-a-Lot, the runt of the litter and the only male in this all female prison was invited to dine without the usually jostling or snarling.
As I listened in to their conversations I was of course unable to understand what they were say for two reasons: 1. They were talking with their mouths full and 2. I don’t speak dog.
So, like any semi-professional jailer, I relied on observation. I have noticed changing behaviors around the “yard” during exercise time. Instead of moving in a mass like a preschool soccer team, they would send one member out to probe the slats on the front deck gate while distracting me with huge eyes and licking tongues.
At first it was Asa. She broke from the pack to wander along the fence and without a moments hesitation or fear she silently made her way through the slats and out to the sidewalk along the fence line. Thankfully, the guards in the towers along the perimeter spotted her and she was quickly captured without a single shot being fired. Later, because of her dominance at the food bowl, she became too fat to squeeze between the slats and was no longer a security threat, though I do believe that she heads a squeaky toy smuggling operation that involves our grandchildren. An investigation is underway.
Clearly the message to change tactics was sent down the ranks because at the next opportunity Sir Licks-a-Lot was chosen to approach the gate. Because (as was mentioned earlier) he was the runt of the litter and the only male I (unwisely) always gave him a little more latitude than the others.
Security cameras caught the perp in the act
Sadly, my benevolence was thrown straight back into my face by this little guy that I trusted. Again, as the pack overwhelmed me with cuteness one sunny afternoon on the front deck, this puppy, in a ninja-like fashion slithered under the gate and ran toward the street. He probably would have gotten away with it except that the pack underestimated what a chicken he was and the second he saw a crow land a few yards away he dashed back to and under the fence begging forgiveness and earning the ire of the litter. He later became an informant and has helped to slow further attempts at escape.
And now, because of the escapes what was once a beautiful suburban front yard looks like a landfill fence after a windstorm. Every possible point of egress is covered with a mosaic of real estate signs, lawn chairs and plywood. Random people have begun stopping by to inquire if the house is for sale or we are having a garage sale.
And while the escape attempts have slowed significantly there is a new effort underway inside the cell block to retaliate by destroying all of my wife’s throw pillows and and to eat through every available power cord that touches the floor.
NEWPORT, Oregon— The Yaquina Bay Lighthouse will get a full exterior restoration in 2025.
On November 19, 2024, a Lincoln County Grand Jury found that Lincoln City Police Officers Cody Snidow, Jaylan King and Joshua Lane were each justified in their use of deadly physical force against Francisco Campos, 36, on October 19, 2024.
Oregon State Parks 12-month parking permit sale begins during December.
I started on Devils Lake with my anemometer (wind speed gauge) in hand. The lake was starting to get agitated by the winds that had reached a steady nine mph. Visually it wasn’t that interesting so I made a quick post on our Facebook page (now over 31,000 members strong!).
From there I went to the D River Wayside to join a couple of dozen cars lined up along the seawall. The waves were beautiful but nothing out of the ordinary for a semi windy day. My wind gauge read a max wind speed of five mph and even the seagulls weren’t bothered by it.
As of Wednesday the 20th the video has 103 comments, 1.5k reactions, 18.9k views and 371 shares.
And now, because of the escapes what was once a beautiful suburban front yard looks like a landfill fence after a windstorm. Every possible point of egress is covered with a mosaic of real estate signs, lawn chairs and plywood. Random people have begun stopping by to inquire if the house is for sale or we are having a garage sale.
